“Youve always got meAlways?Didnt I just say so?YesAm I liar? No. I lied.”

“As to my mouth, of all my features, I wish I could possess my mouth again, just as it had been before the fire. I had my mothers lips, generous below and above; and what kissing I had practiced, ma...”

“I was cured in my new infamy of all the tired wisdom of age. I would never weary into that tired state again---I swore to myself, I would always be this raw, wet child hereafter...”

“Angels have very nasty tempers. Especially when theyre feeling righteous.”

“Anyone who is willing to work and is serious about it will certainly find a job. Only you must not go to the man who tells you this, for he has no job to offer and doesn't know anyone who knows of ...”

“Choose your counsel, company and companions wisely: beware seeking wise words of advice from a fool or expecting informed opinions or decisions from the ignorant.”

“If you find it difficult to get along with your boss, try to reason with him and talk through your differences. If that doesn't work, drive him to suicide and take over the company.”